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Fintech Fundamentals

Build a comprehensive understanding of the global Fintech landscape — covering mobile money, open banking, digital lending, robo-advisory, neobanks, payment systems, and the regulatory framework governing digital financial services.

Programme overview

LSFIN Short Course Certificate

Build a comprehensive understanding of the global Fintech landscape — covering mobile money, open banking, digital lending, robo-advisory, neobanks, payment systems, and the regulatory framework governing digital financial services.

LevelProfessional
TypeProfessional Short Course
Duration4 – 6 weeks
Delivery100% Online — Self-Paced
AssessmentWritten Assignment
Programme feeUSD $499
Application fee£10
Entry guidance

No formal academic entry requirement; professional interest or experience recommended.

Progression

Can be taken individually or as part of the complete LSFIN Professional Fintech Programme.

Topics & modules

What you will cover

1The Fintech Ecosystem — banks, neobanks, payment processors, insurers, lenders, and regulators.
2Mobile Money and Digital Payments — M-Pesa, Stripe, real-time gross settlement, QR payments.
3Open Banking and APIs — PSD2, Open Banking frameworks, API architecture, third-party providers.
4Digital Lending and Credit — P2P lending, buy-now-pay-later, alternative credit scoring.
5Robo-Advisory and Wealthtech — automated investment management, digital wealth platforms.
6Regtech and Compliance Technology — KYC/AML automation, identity verification.
Career & learning outcomes
  • Fintech Analyst
  • Digital Banking Specialist
  • Business Development (Fintech)
  • Financial Services Innovation Manager
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